La Foresteria di Badia
Independent cottage on a country estate in western Sicily
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La Foresteria di Badia
Location
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Features
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Surroundings
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Ideal for
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Marsala
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Relaxation pool
Aristocratic estate
Short drive to the town
Gorgeous garden
Quiet location
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Marsala
Mazara del Vallo
Trapani
Erice
Segesta
Selinunte
San Vito Lo Capo
Aegadian islands
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Families with children
Couples
Honeymoon
Cultural & relaxing breaks
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Sleeps
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5
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Bedrooms
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3
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Bathrooms
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2
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Overview
Situated on a magnificent estate in western Sicily, La Foresteria di Badia is a great opportunity for couples or small families to experience life on a traditional Sicilian estate without the price-tag! In a wonderfully peaceful location, the villa is also within easy reach of western Sicily’s fabulous beaches and many of the island’s most interesting sights.
Property
The villa is surrounded by wonderful gardens and a pretty orange grove which ensure complete privacy. It is completely independent of both the smaller Badia Tower and the main house which is occupied by the owners of the Estate who are available to assist with anything you may need.
Outside: The villa sits in the midst of an orange grove surrounded by a magnificent lush Mediterranean garden which is criss-crossed with oleander-bordered pathways and shaded by palm trees. Within this beautiful outdoor environment find a table and chairs perfect for outdoor dining. There is a small solarium area, set around a charming relaxation pool - with hyde-massage jets - where you can top up your tan in the refreshing water or on the comfortable sun loungers.
Inside: The spacious living room has a very welcoming feel, enhanced by a fireplace and lovely collection of majolica tiles. A table and chairs create a dining space at one end of the room and there is a sofa with armchairs at the other end. A compact open-plan kitchen is situated just off the living room.
There are two double bedrooms, one of which has an en suite bathroom with shower, while the other shares a bathroom (with shower) with the single bedroom.
Area
Local Sights
The Foresteria di Badia is in a lovely and peaceful area with gorgeous countryside. Its location is perfect for seeing many of the area's great sights.
The centre of Marsala is around 5 km from the villa. You'll find a great town centre full of shops, bars and restaurants. It is a lovely place to visit with some pretty architecture and relaxed atmosphere.
Trapani is slightly further north and absolutely worth a visit. Walk along the ancient city walls and enjoy the breeze and views across the sea. From Trapani you can take the cable car to hill-top Erice from where you will enjoy some spectacular views over to the Aegadian Islands and the saltpans found between Trapani and Marsala.
A few km south of Marsala you will find the fishing town Mazara del Vallo. Explore its intriguing Arab casbah with its narrow streets and picturesque courtyards, decorated with colourful tiles or visit the Museo del Satiro, home to the Dancing Satyr, a wonderful bronze statue from ancient Greece that was found in the late 1990s just off the coast.
Salt has been produced in the west of Sicily for centuries and the saltpans of Marsala make for a very interesting destination, especially beautiful at sunset. The landscape has been shaped by this industry, with lagoons and windmill dotted along the coast. The saltpans are located in the Stagnone Nature Reserve, a protected area of water, with a great variety of wildlife. The island of Mozia, with its ancient past, is found just off the coast.
For ancient ruins in picturesque settings you can visit either Segesta or Selinunte, both of which are under an hour's drive away.
Local Experiences
The closest beach - Signorino - is just a 15 minute drive away from the villa. Spend a day on this lovely sandy beach and feel your cares disappear. Go for a swim in the clear waters and enjoy a thoroughly relaxing day by the sea.
For a wonderful experience take a day-trip to the beautiful Aegadian Islands. These three islands, found just off the coast of west Sicily, are a great destination for a fun day out. You could rent a private boat or take part in a group tour to the islands where you can enjoy pristine beaches and discover charming small towns.
Have a go at kitesurfing at a kitesurf school near the Stagnone Lagoon. Its shallow waters mean that this is an ideal place for beginners to learn a new skill.
For some nightlife head to Trapani where the mostly pedestrian centro storico offers lots of bars and pubs and great aperitivo. Make sure you try the traditional pizza at Calvino's - this very informal pizzeria is always packed so book your table in advance.
Marsala is famous for its eponymous sweet dessert wine, which is enjoyed all over the world. When visiting this area you should take the opportunity to visit one of the many vineyards in the area. Join a tour and taste your way through this celebrated wine.
The relaxation pool is available to guests from 16th May to 17th October.
In the 19th century La Foresteria di Badia was the main villa's stable block where the draught horses were kept.
In 2006 the Sala family decided to renovate the property and filled it with their family furniture, using traditional colours and flair and imagination.
Amenities

present

on request

not available
* With hydro-massage jets
** Twice a week
*** A mid-stay towels change is included for bookings longer than one week.
Weekly linen/towel changes and a cleaning service are included for multiple-week bookings.
Distances
Transport Links |
Surrounding Area |
Trapani airport |
15 km - 9 miles - 20 mins
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Palermo airport |
103 km - 64 miles - 1 hr 10
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Comiso airport |
249 km - 155 miles - 3 hr 45
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Catania airport |
329 km - 204 miles - 3 hr 20
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Aegadian islands ferry station |
31 km - 19 miles - 35 mins
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Nearest beach |
15 mins driving
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Supermarket |
10 mins walking
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Shops & restaurants |
5 mins driving
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Marsala centre |
4 km - 3 miles - 10 mins
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Lo Stagnone Nature Reserve |
7 km - 5 miles - 15 mins
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Mazara del Vallo centre |
24 km - 15 miles - 35 mins
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Trapani centre |
27 km - 17 miles - 30 mins
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Erice cable car |
29 km - 18 miles - 40 mins
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Erice centre |
47 km - 29 miles - 55 mins
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Segesta archaeological site |
50 km - 31 miles - 39 mins
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Selinunte archaeological site |
57 km - 35 miles - 55 mins
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San Vito Lo Capo centre |
74 km - 46 miles - 1 hr 15
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Prices & Availability
We have listed “prices per day” solely for your information
as our villas are rented on a per week basis only.
Especially during peak season.
We have listed “prices per person” solely for your information.
The price you pay is for the whole villa unless lower price
ranges for smaller groups are stated.
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We only accept payment in EUR. We have listed prices in GBP and USD
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2021 Prices
2022 Prices
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Sleeps: 5 Bedrooms: 3
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02 Jan - 21 May
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1400
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22 May - 02 Jul
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1700
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03 Jul - 27 Aug
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2300
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28 Aug - 24 Sep
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1700
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25 Sep - 31 Dec
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1400
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Refundable Security Deposit
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500
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Prices include: taxes, water, gas, electricity, bath towels, linen, pool or beach towels, welcome pack and our 24/7 local support during your stay at our property.
When electricity is consumed responsibly, for example lights
and/or AC are turned off when leaving the villa, the kWh
included in the rental price are typically enough to cover
customers electricity needs.
We are currently taking bookings for 2022.
If you book now for 2022, you can take advantage of our Price Freeze promotion, which means you can book your 2022 Sicily holiday villa at 2021 price. Please contact us for availability.
Booking
To book this property
Add this property to the shortlist function and send it to us.
Or call us from UK and from other countries on 0044 (0)20 3608 4505; from Italy on 0039 091 687 0639
Our business hours
UK time
8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Saturday
IT & DE time
9:30 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday - 9:30 am to 1:30 pm Saturday
Booking procedures
After making your request you will receive a Booking Form.
Please fill this in and send it back to soloSicily to make your booking.
For more details please see our
How to Book section.
Property prices
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Reviews from clients staying at
La Foresteria di Badia
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Sander M. - The Netherlands
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August 2019
I would like to tell you that our experience with SoloSicily was just wonderful. From the beginning to the end it was a warm communication and every single employee helped us in a great way. The villa we enjoyed tremendously. The way it was situated, the decoration and the lovely gardens were just a wonderful experience. The owners we loved. So friendly and they even invited us for a drink at their house. 10 points!! I would recommend the villa and SoloSicily to all my friends and family.
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Ute B. - Austria
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July 2019
Die Firma Solosicily ist sehr professionell und ich habe mich sehr gut betreut gefühlt. Die Webseite ist auch sehr gut aufgebaut und das Haus schaut auch in Wirklichkeit so aus, wie im Film. La Foresteria di Badia: ist ein sehr schönes Haus mit wunderbarem Garten und einem sehr freundlichen und zuvorkommenden Besitzer. Das Haus ist sehr schön eingerichtet und es hatte alles, was man zum Wohnen braucht.
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William Price - United Kingdom
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October 2018
We had the most wonderful time and cannot thank you and Michele enough. Michele was a marvelous and very generous and helpful host and we felt thoroughly well-looked after by him throughout our stay. He really went the extra mile to help us. The house was very comfortable and the garden, with its fruit trees and olive trees, was an absolute delight. We loved our holiday and very much hope to return. I was very impressed by your customer service and we felt in good hands throughout the process and the website was very user-friendly.
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